Big Ben's chimes have sounded for the final time before a four-year period of restoration work begins on the Elizabeth Tower. 
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Authorities said workers would not be able to work safely next to the ringing of the 13-tonne bell. But it will still sound for events such as New Year’s Eve and Remembrance Sunday.

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